The Carbon2Chem project is working on solutions to use CO2 emissions as raw material for the chemical industry. The project outcome may solve two challenges – to reduce the release of carbon-rich gases to the atmosphere and to substitute fossil raw materials as carbon source. To achieve these goals partners from science and industry are developing […]
HAWK’s Centurion Guided Radar Level Transmitter uses Power over Ethernet (PoE) to provide secure in-plant and remote monitoring, as well as remote sensor setup, diagnostics and troubleshooting abilities. If any troubleshooting is required, the PoE will communicate to remote service technicians for off-site diagnostics, sensor health and re-configuration, without the need to climb a tank or enter the facility. The transmitter […]
Learning Objectives Simplified Motion Series Electric Motion bridge the gap between pneumatics and servo motion. Nitrogen dosing solution for filling lines is based on the Festo Motion Terminal and apps for multi-channel flow control and selectable pressure. Ethernet-based CPX-AP-I Decentralized I/O gives remote I/O greater capabilities. Among Festo products at Pack Expo Las Vegas, […]
Process Insights has opened a facility in Houston to better support its customers, distributors, contractors, and suppliers with improved delivery times, as well as on-site engineering, application consulting and process control solutions. This new Center of Excellence, supported by a COSA Xentaur manufacturing facility, will allow Process Insights to ensure better delivery times for high-tech […]
Michael Lyda, motor and drive engineer with Advanced Energy Corp., explains tips and tools for efficient motor management in this transcript from a December 2020. Part two focuses on motor applications. This has been lightly edited for clarity. Tips & tools for motor applications Courtesy: CFE Media, Advanced Energy Corp. Now, we’ll transition to motor […]
Due to innovative business models behind ransomware-as-a-service, fundamental increase in reliance on vulnerable information technology (IT) systems by physical process controls and the evolving cyber insurance market means that every industrial organization needs to reassess its risk matrix to take into account these cyber physical security system “black swan” events, which may be much more […]
Applied Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) announced the successful completion of two major projects at Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. Wolverine, a third-generation family-owned meatpacking business, is a leading processor of ground beef patties, fresh lamb and veal products, and portion-cut steaks for domestic and international customers. Experiencing rapid growth in demand for its high-quality protein products, the […]
Sometimes worrying about today’s cybersecurity risks can feel like this. You implement a framework, identify vulnerabilities, evaluate those risks, address mitigations plans, and execute on process and technologies. Lingering thoughts remain about what’s missing, what’s changing, new vulnerabilities and wondering if you’re next. If you’re in an organization with industrial assets in your environment, you […]